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The Merchant

3.0 star property
Georgian hotel in historical district in Salem

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished
Terrace/patio
Lobby sitting area
Lobby lounge
Free daily on-the-go breakfast

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free breakfast
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (11)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Self parking
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Communal living room
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Concierge services
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room climate control (air conditioning)
  • Fireplace
The price is $211
includes taxes & fees
$189 per night
Jan 2 - Jan 3, 2025

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Queen Deluxe | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Queen Deluxe

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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King Deluxe | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

King Deluxe

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 320 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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George Washington King Deluxe | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

George Washington King Deluxe

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 320 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Mobility Accessible

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Lark Suite | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Lark Suite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 320 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
148 Washington Street, Salem, MA, 01970

What's nearby

  • Salem Museum - 2 min walk
  • Peabody Essex Museum - 4 min walk
  • Witch House - 4 min walk
  • Salem Witch Museum - 8 min walk
  • House of the Seven Gables - 13 min walk

Getting around

  • Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal) - 18 min drive
  • Logan International Airport (BOS) - 39 min drive
  • Bedford, MA (BED-Laurence G. Hanscom Field) - 39 min drive
  • Boston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base) - 41 min drive
  • Lawrence, MA (LWM-Lawrence Municipal) - 41 min drive
  • Norwood, MA (OWD-Norwood Memorial) - 49 min drive
  • Beverly Montserrat Station - 6 min drive
  • Swampscott Station - 7 min drive
  • Beverly Station - 8 min drive
  • Salem Station - 7 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Village Tavern - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Essex's N.Y. Pizza & Deli - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪A & J King Artisan Bakers - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪East Regiment Beer Company - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Merchant

Located near a train station, The Merchant is a great choice for a stay in Salem. Free perks include WiFi and on-the-go breakfast daily between 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff. Public transportation is close by: Salem Station is just 7 minutes by foot.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 11 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    • Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Guests are required to contact this property by text message 24 hours prior to arrival to arrange check-in.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Uncovered onsite self parking (USD 25 per night; includes in/out privileges)
    • Onsite parking limited
    • Offsite parking within 499 ft (USD 10.00 per night)
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast each morning 9:00 AM–11:00 AM
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Facilities

  • Built in 1789
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Communal living room
  • Georgian architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 40-inch LED TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled) and heating
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Fireplace
  • Individually furnished and decorated
  • Heated floor (bathroom)

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Parking

  • Uncovered self parking costs USD 25 per night with in/out privileges
  • Parking is available nearby and costs USD 10.00 per night (499 ft away)

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.
State tax ID - C0013862060
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Guests who may encounter issues with stairs should contact this property in advance. Elevators are not available.

Also known as

Merchant Hotel Salem
Merchant Salem
The Merchant Hotel
The Merchant Salem
The Merchant Hotel Salem

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at The Merchant?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Merchant?
Yes. Self parking costs USD 25 per night. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Merchant?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What's the area around The Merchant like?
The Merchant is a short 7-minute walk from Salem Station and 2 minutes' walk from Salem Museum.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Joshua, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Max, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The property and amenities are wonderful. The room is extremely clean and quiet. Hotel is in the heart of shopping and dining.
Justin, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Everything was great
Thomas, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect place to stay!!!! Everything is right there and it is absolutely adorable! Snacks and drinks available for your stay and great help with parking on property or off property. Great AC which is my top priority👍
Mistine, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Overall a great stay at the Merchant. The girl at check in was very friendly and helpful. She also made some banging freshly baked chocolate chip cookies. Our room was room 7 on the third floor. The room was very spacious, the bed was comfortable and clean. The room could have used some more decorations but that’s not the end of the world. The bathroom was ok; the water splashed out underneath the glass which was not ideal. The water pressure was a little low. The bathroom had essentially no counter space, had to resort to using the toilet seat as a countertop. The morning breakfast options were ok, maybe more variety or changes of options would’ve been nice. The location cannot be beat, super convenient. Also fun that almost every ghost tour comes by, but sadly my husband and I did not have any paranormal experiences here during our stay. All in all, would recommend and would come back.
Vincent, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Right on the Main Street in an incredibly well kept historical building.
Jacqueline Elizabeth, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful little hotel!! We fell in love and the staff was very welcoming and friendly!! Would definitely recommend.
Deanna, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Such a great time, truly a unique building and area, and the staff at the merchant did fantastic with their service, thank you Deedee!
Spencer, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful accommodations in historic building. Excellent service. Tasty snacks available all day.
Erika, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

Love it!
Kimberly, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Leah, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Awesome sauce
My boyfriend and I had a lovely stay. Highly recommend!
Katherine, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A real gem in Salem MA.
A real gem near Marbelhead. Everything about this hotel was perfect!
Seyed, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

It was great and hit the spot. The only thing I might work on is the email for late arrivals and finding the parking lot. For first timers to Salem it was confusing but we made it.
John, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We checked in after hours so no staff to help us but the directions for what to do after hours was spot on. We just had a difficult time with our heavy luggage walking up 3 flights of stairs. All the snack amenities were awesome. We always got in too late at night to enjoy a fresh hot cookie but it’s a great touch.
Daniela, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing place and staff!
Christopher, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Gorgeous hotels in a wonderful location. Only comment would be a full length mirror would be great.
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Diann, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Best Place To Stay In Salem
The entire experience was phenomenal from start to finish. The staff was sweet. The after office hours check in went smoothly. Our room was absolutely perfect. The fresh snacks every day were top notch! The coffee bar was nice. Everything is within walking distance. Will definitely be staying here again.
Our room
Our room
The common space
The common space balcony
Holly, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Best Place To Stay In Salem
The entire experience was phenomenal from start to finish. The staff was sweet. Even when I accidentally parked in the wromg spot and had to move, they were very nice about it. The after office hours check in went smoothly. Our room was absolutely perfect. The fresh snacks every day were top notch! My girlfriend was so excited about them every day. The coffee bar was nice. Everything is within walking distance. I will definitely be staying here again.
Mischief managed
Our room
Our room
The common space
Holly, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Maggie, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Danielle, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Monica, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

RUSSELL, 2-night trip
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